Welcome to the ferocious world of The Foundling, set in a bayou town where men are men – except when they are also dragons, kitties with wings, alligators and . . . well, Miller.Apocalypse? It must be Tuesday The four horsewomen of the apocalypse came to Earth – and only two survived. Now it’s time for the real battle to begin . . . Luce has come, literally, through hell, and now she’s trying to …
Luce has come, literally, through hell, and now she’s trying to pick up the pieces. Earth is getting ready for the war to end all wars: it’s angels vs demons and Luce is the only one who seems worried about humanity, hapless pawns who are stuck in the middle of the battlefield. Between building an army and running for her life, she’s got a lot on her plate – and that’s not to mention her beloved Cole.
As angels drop dead and violent forces begin to gather in the city, the final pieces of an ancient war fall into place, and it’s time for Luce and her loyal coterie to face an enemy like no other. In order to survive, they’ll need to team up with those they’ve considered enemies, and try to decide who, if anyone, they can trust. And Luce must decide how much she’s ready to risk in the name of peace – and whether she’d be prepared to sacrifice her very soul . . .
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If you haven’t read any of the rest of the Foundling series, you should go do that right now, then read Rise Against. The story continues with Luce Boudreau working with her coterie to gather troops for the fight that is coming against Wu’s father. There are some questions answered, as well as revelations of the big picture she hadn’t thought about, old friends reunited and a mole discovered. There is also Phoebe, Cole’s daughter with Conquest, who is technically Luce, which has her confused and apprehensive about how meeting the little girl is going to go. And there are dragons and winged kitties, crocodiles and angels, and assorted other strange creatures great and small. It ends on a good note, with the knowledge that there is more adversity to come and questions about how it will all go, and I can’t wait to read it.
This was a good set up for the finale coming next, but in and of itself, it didn’t accomplish much. This feels very much like an in between novel, just really setting the scene for an (hopefully) explosive final book. What saved it is the sheer atmospheric writing and details that bring Ms. Edwards novels to life in a way few others can accomplish. I enjoyed it, and can’t wait to dig into the final book! Thank you for the opportunity to review this gem!
So this is book 4 in the fantastic Foundling series and Luce and Cole finally seem to be on the same page in regards to there ongoing dynamic and current relationship status and I did like how in sync and transparent these two now seem to be.
It was about time they moved forward and became an item I was beginning to think it would never actually happen.
In Rise Against all parties are now in the process of rounding up an army to fight their enemies in the upcoming battle and war and Luce herself is right in the thick of the action.
Also, Rixton Luce’s human partner is back in the picture which I was super ecstatic about as I do adore the push and pull between him and Luce just so much and really missed him when he and she were on the outs so was great to welcome him back into the fold and witness his wide-eyed delight.
We also finally get to realise the full extent of Luce’s origins and just how she has become the individual she now is and as for Ezra well let’s just say my instincts regarding his identity and role in this were mostly spot-on.
There were definitely some surprises to be had here especially in regards to the traitor prepare to be shocked and then shocked again after their identity is finally outed.
Didn’t see that one coming at all.
So this was amped up from the start chocka full of action and as all the cards eventually started to settle into there correct places and the players involved eventually revealed their individual hands all is stacked to play-out just how it will.
This really was such a great instalment and after how we left things here I really can’t wait for the next book in this addictive series.
I don’t know why I thought this was the last book in this series? well, it isn’t folks but hey that’s fine just means more Luce, Cole and the gang to look forward to in the future.
Finally, before I go just want to say baby Phoebe OMG just so cute: she was just so adorable.
This series and its unique take on the whole good versus evil: demon versus angel is just so fresh and original and imaginative as hell and I am completely smitten.
I voluntary reviewed a copy of Rise Against (The Foundling, #4)
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This author is fast becoming a favorite. This latest in The Foundling series pretty much picks up with Luce trying to win others to her side in the coming war. However, it’s not as easy when forces are against her, even ones she thinks are on her side. This book was filled with the fast action, great characterizations, and terrific writing I’ve come to expect from this author. Everyone is so multi-faceted, you never know what to expect in a good way. I’ve come to really feel for Luce, and all the hardships and betrayals she’s faced. The end of this book was just another blow, and I am dreading and anticipating the next book. I couldn’t put this one down and if you loved the others, this one is just as good if not better. This series is great, and I highly recommend this book. I received a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.